Creative Cook: Flavor Explorer in the Kitchen

Aramark; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark in Fort Worth is seeking a Cook to help bring recipes to life, working with fresh ingredients and a variety of equipment. You’ll be encouraged to flex creativity while following production guidelines and safety procedures.

You will prepare foods according to recipes, set up the workstation, measure ingredients, operate ovens and mixers, and maintain clean, organized areas with a strong focus on safety and guest service.

Qualifications

• Experience as a cook or in a related role required
• Validated knowledge of basic principles of food preparation, various cooking methods, and food safety regulations
• Must be able to acquire food safety certification
• Demonstrate basic math and counting skills
• Demonstrates interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal

Responsibilities

• Cooks and prepares a variety of food according to production guidelines and standardized recipes
• Sets up workstation with all needed ingredients and equipment
• Prepares ingredients by measuring, weighing, mixing, chopping, trimming, and peeling food items
• Safely uses a variety of utensils including knives
• Operates equipment such as ovens, stoves, slicers, mixers, etc.
• Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses a variety of cooking methods on meat, vegetables, and other foods
• Arranges, garnishes, and portions food according to established guidelines
• Properly stores food by adhering to food safety policies and procedures
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas, equipment, and utensils
• Maintains excellent customer service and positive demeanor towards guests, customers, clients, co-workers, etc.
• Adheres to Aramark safety policies and procedures including accurate food safety and sanitation
• Ensures security of company assets

Skills

Cooking experience

Math skills

Interpersonal communication

Job description

Aramark in Fort Worth is seeking a Cook to help bring recipes to life, working with fresh ingredients and a variety of equipment. You’ll be encouraged to flex creativity while following production guidelines and safety procedures.

You will prepare foods according to recipes, set up the workstation, measure ingredients, operate ovens and mixers, and maintain clean, organized areas with a strong focus on safety and guest service.